Everyone has the right to live, learn and work in safety, free from abuse, harm and neglect

Safeguarding Central

Mental Health as a Protection Issue

Not Just a Phase

More people are struggling with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts than ever before. Mental health concerns should be seen as potential risk indicators—not just emotional struggles.

What You Can Do:

  • Normalise talking about mental wellbeing.

  • Provide early, non-clinical support like mentoring, safe spaces, or trusted adults.

  • Treat mental health like any other part of safeguarding—early help, not late crisis.